SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 261
In Memory
of
Ann Reinhardt Allen
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Ann Reinhardt Allen,
who died January 25, 2009, at the age of 73; and
WHEREAS, Born in San Antonio, Ann was a graduate of El
Campo High School; she attended The University of Texas and the
University of Colorado before earning her bachelor's degree from
Southwestern University, where she was a member of Delta Delta
Delta and Phi Delta Upsilon and served as editor of Southwestern
magazine; and
WHEREAS, She was a dedicated educator for many years,
teaching at King High School and Mary Carroll High School in
Corpus Christi; she also served as media coordinator at the Texas
School for the Blind and Visually Impaired; and
WHEREAS, Following a stint as an administrative assistant
for the Texas House of Representatives, she returned to
education, teaching in the Eanes Independent School District, at
Tivy High School in Kerrville, and at The Koc School in Istanbul,
Turkey; and
WHEREAS, A woman of dedication and compassion, she gave
generously to others, and her wisdom, warmth, and zest for life
will not be forgotten by those who knew her; and
WHEREAS, She was a devoted mother and grandmother, and she
will continue to live in the hearts and minds of those she left
behind; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Ann Reinhardt Allen: her children, Jeff and Kristi
Allen; and her grandchildren, Kiersten and Kees Inserni; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Ann Reinhardt Allen.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 23, 2009,
by a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate